Sony DSC-RX10M3 How To Use Manual

Sony DSC-RX10M3 How To Use Manual

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Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M3
How to Use
Before Use
Names of parts
Checking the camera and the supplied items [1]
Identifying parts [2]
Icons and indicators
List of icons on the screen [3]
Display panel [4]
Using the strap
Using the shoulder strap [5]
Attaching the eyepiece cup
Attaching the eyepiece cup [6]
Adjusting the viewfinder
Adjusting the viewfinder (diopter-adjustment) [7]
In-Camera guide
About the [In-Camera Guide] [8]

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  • Page 1 Digital Still Camera DSC-RX10M3 How to Use Before Use Names of parts Checking the camera and the supplied items [1] Identifying parts [2] Icons and indicators List of icons on the screen [3] Display panel [4] Using the strap Using the shoulder strap [5]...
  • Page 2: Preparing The Camera

    Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack Inserting the battery pack into the camera [9] Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera [10] Charging by connecting to a computer [11] Battery life and the number of images that can be recorded/played back using a battery pack [12] Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) [13] Removing the battery pack [14]...
  • Page 3 Using the "Quick Navi" [25] Shooting Shooting still images/movies Shooting still images [26] Shooting movies [27] Selecting a shooting mode List of mode dial functions [28] Intelligent Auto [29] Superior Auto [30] About Scene Recognition [31] The advantages of automatic shooting [32] Program Auto [33] Sweep Panorama [34] Scene Selection [35]...
  • Page 4 Zoom Setting [45] About zoom scale [46] Zoom Speed [47] Zoom Assist [48] Rng. of Zoom Assist [49] Smart Telecon. [50] Zoom Func. on Ring [51] Zoom Ring Rotate [52] Using the flash Using flash [53] Notes on using the flash [54] Flash Mode [55] Flash Comp.
  • Page 5 Focus Area [67] Center Lock-on AF [68] Focus-lock [69] Manual Focus [70] Direct manual focus (DMF) [71] MF Assist (still image) [72] Focus Magnifier [73] Focus Magnif. Time [74] Initial Focus Mag. (still image) [75] Peaking Level [76] Peaking Color [77] Pre-AF (still image) [78] AF/MF control [79] AF Illuminator (still image) [80]...
  • Page 6 Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) Drive Mode [94] Cont. Shooting [95] Spd Priority Cont. [96] Self-timer [97] Self-timer(Cont) [98] Cont. Bracket [99] Single Bracket [100] WB bracket [101] DRO Bracket [102] Settings for bracket shooting [103] Indicator during bracket shooting [104] Selecting the ISO sensitivity ISO [105] ISO AUTO Min.
  • Page 7 Recording movies Movie recording formats [114] File Format (movie) [115] Record Setting (movie) [116] Dual Video REC [117] Capturing still images while recording movies (Dual Rec) [118] Auto Dual Rec [119] Img. Size(Dual Rec) [120] Quality(Dual Rec) [121] Marker Display (movie) [122] Marker Settings (movie) [123] SteadyShot (movie) [124] Audio Recording [125]...
  • Page 8 Function of the AEL button [140] Function of the Custom button [141] Function of the Center button [142] Function of the Left button [143] Function of the Right button [144] Function of the down button [145] Function of the Send to Smartphone button [146] Lens Ring Setup [147] Setting the other functions of this product Smile/Face Detect.
  • Page 9 Dial / Wheel Lock [167] Deactivate Monitor [168] Viewing Viewing still images Playing back images [169] Playback zoom [170] Image Index [171] Switching the screen display (during playback) [172] Deleting images Deleting a displayed image [173] Deleting multiple selected images [174] Playing back movies Playing back movies [175] Motion Shot Video [176]...
  • Page 10: Changing Settings

    Rotate [183] Enlarge Init. Mag. [184] Enlarge Initial Pos. [185] Protect [186] Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on an HD TV [187] Viewing images on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV [188] Changing settings Setup menu Monitor Brightness [189] Viewfinder Bright. [190] Finder Color Temp.
  • Page 11: Using Wi-Fi Functions

    HDMI Info. Display [207] TC Output (movie) [208] REC Control (movie) [209] 4K Output Sel. (movie) [210] USB Connection [211] USB LUN Setting [212] USB Power Supply [213] Language [214] Date/Time Setup [215] Area Setting [216] Copyright Info [217] Format [218] File Number [219] Set File Name [220] Select REC Folder [221]...
  • Page 12: Adding Applications To The Product

    Connecting an Android smartphone to this product by inputting an SSID and password [232] Connecting an iPhone or iPad to this product by inputting an SSID and password [233] Calling up an application using [One-touch(NFC)] [234] Controlling this product using a Smartphone Smart Remote Embedded [235] Using [Smart Remote Embedded] with a smartphone touch connection (NFC One-touch remote) [236]...
  • Page 13: Using A Computer

    PlayMemories Camera Apps PlayMemories Camera Apps [248] Recommended computer environment [249] Installing the applications Opening a service account [250] Downloading applications [251] Downloading applications directly to the product using the Wi-Fi function [252] Starting the applications Launching the downloaded application [253] Managing the applications Uninstalling applications [254] Changing the order of applications [255]...
  • Page 14: Precautions/This Product

    Remote Camera Control [264] Installing Remote Camera Control [265] Accessing the Help of Remote Camera Control [266] Connecting this product and a computer Connecting the product to a computer [267] Importing images to the computer [268] Disconnecting the product from the computer [269] Creating a movie disc Selecting a disc to be created [270] Creating Blu-ray Discs from high-definition image quality movies [271]...
  • Page 15: If You Have Problems

    Recordable time of movies [281] Using this product abroad Using the AC Adaptor/battery charger abroad [282] On TV color systems [283] Other information ZEISS lens [284] AVCHD format [285] License [286] Trademarks Trademarks [287] Troubleshooting If you have problems If you have problems Troubleshooting [288] Troubleshooting Battery pack and power...
  • Page 16 The charge lamp on the product flashes when charging the battery pack. [294] The battery pack is not charged. [295] The monitor does not turn on even when the product is turned on. [296] Shooting still images/movies You cannot record images. [297] Recording takes a long time.
  • Page 17 The color tones of the image displayed on the monitor/the viewfinder look unnatural. [319] The image is blurred. [320] The monitor darkens after a short period of time passed. [321] The flash takes too long to recharge. [322] The control dial or control wheel does not work. [323] Sound is not recorded properly.
  • Page 18 The image and sound are interrupted by noise when viewing a movie on a computer. [340] Images exported from a computer cannot be viewed on this product. [341] Memory cards Formatted the memory card by mistake. [342] Printing You cannot print images. [343] The color of the image is strange.
  • Page 19: Checking The Camera And The Supplied Items

    Warning messages [357] Situations this product has difficulty handling Situations this product has difficulty handling Situations this product has difficulty handling [358] [1] How to Use Before Use Names of parts Checking the camera and the supplied items First check the model name of your camera. The accessories supplied differ depending on the model.
  • Page 20: Identifying Parts

    Lens cap (1) Lens hood (1) Eyepiece cup (1) (attached on the camera) Shoe cap (1) (attached on the camera) Instruction Manual (1) Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch (NFC) Guide (1) [2] How to Use Before Use Names of parts Identifying parts 1. ON/OFF (Power) switch 2.
  • Page 21 3. For shooting: W/T (zoom) lever For viewing: (Index) lever/Playback zoom lever 4. Self-timer lamp/AF Illuminator 5. Aperture index 6. Lens 7. Front lens ring 8. Rear lens ring 9. Exposure compensation dial 10. Flash 11. Multi interface shoe* 12. Mode dial 13.
  • Page 22 14. Access lamp 1. MENU button 2. Speaker (Microphone) jack When an external microphone is connected, this product switches from the internal microphone to the external microphone. If the external microphone is a plug-in-power type, the power of the microphone is supplied by this product.
  • Page 23 For viewing: (Playback zoom) button 12. Control wheel 13. Center button 14. For shooting: C3 button (Custom Button 3) For viewing: (Delete) button (Playback) button 1. Aperture Click Switch 2. Wi-Fi sensor (built-in) (N mark) Touch the mark when you connect the camera to a smartphone equipped with the NFC function.
  • Page 24: List Of Icons On The Screen

    For details on compatible accessories for the multi interface shoe and the Multi/Micro USB Terminal, visit the Sony web site, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. You can also use accessories that are compatible with the accessory shoe. Operations with other manufacturers’...
  • Page 25 P P* A S M Shoot Mode Memory recall NO CARD Memory card/Upload Scene Recognition icons Scene Selection Remaining number of recordable images Aspect ratio of still images 20M / 18M / 17M / 13M / 10M / 7.5M / 6.5M / 5.0M / 4.2M / 3.7M / VGA Image size of still images Image quality of still images Frame rate of movies...
  • Page 26 NFC is activated 100% Remaining battery Remaining battery warning USB power supply Flash charge in progress AF Illuminator SteadyShot Off/On, Camera shake warning Airplane Mode Overlay icon No audio recording of movies Wind Noise Reduct. Setting Effect OFF ×2.0 Smart teleconverter Database file full/Database file error Overheating warning Smart Zoom/...
  • Page 27 Spot metering area C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display Digital level gauge Audio Level Display View Mode 100-0003 Folder-File number File format of movies Protect DPOF DPOF set Auto object framing image Dual Video REC PC Remote Bright Monitoring Copyright information writing on 240fps 250fps 480fps 500fps 960fps 1000fps Frame rate for HFR shooting...
  • Page 28 Recording timing Gamma Disp. Assist Writing data CAPTURE Capturing still image Unable to shoot Still images Auto Dual Rec Drive Mode Metering Mode Flash Mode/Red Eye Reduction ±0.0 Flash Comp. Focus Mode 7500K A5 G5 White Balance (Auto, Preset, Custom, Color temperature, Color filter) Focus Area DRO/Auto HDR +3 +3 +3...
  • Page 29 Picture Effect Smile detection sensitivity indicator ― Picture Profile Lock-on AF Guide display for Lock-on AF Select Focus Point On/Off Guide display for setting [Focus Area] Bracket indicator STBY Movie recording standby REC 0:12 Recording time of the movie (m:s) Lens ring function Control wheel function Control dial function...
  • Page 30 Shutter speed F3.5 Aperture Value ±0.0 Metered Manual ±0.0 Exposure compensation ISO400 ISO sensitivity AE lock Shutter speed indicator Aperture indicator Histogram Picture Effect error Auto HDR image warning 2016-1-1 10:37AM Date of recording File number/Number of images in the view mode Copyright information exists for image REC Control 00:00:00:00...
  • Page 31: Display Panel

    Time code (hour:minute:second:frame) 00 00 00 00 User Bit Shooting Standby Shooting Setting Guide display for HFR shooting [4] How to Use Before Use Icons and indicators Display panel You can set the shutter speed and aperture, exposure compensation, flash compensation, ISO, white balance, and drive mode, etc., using the display panel on top of the camera.
  • Page 32 White Balance Drive Mode Remaining battery Number of recordable images* Even if the number of recordable images is higher than 9,999 images, "9999" will appear on the display panel. To turn on the display panel backlight Press the illumination button (A) on top of the camera. If you press the button again, the display panel backlight will turn off.
  • Page 33: Using The Shoulder Strap

    [5] How to Use Before Use Using the strap Using the shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap to prevent damage caused by dropping the product. 1. Attach both ends of the strap. [6] How to Use Before Use Attaching the eyepiece cup Attaching the eyepiece cup...
  • Page 34: Adjusting The Viewfinder (Diopter-Adjustment)

    It is recommended that you attach the eyepiece cup when you intend to use the viewfinder. 1. Attach the eyepiece cup as illustrated. Grasp the eyepiece cup on the left and right sides to remove it. [7] How to Use Before Use Adjusting the viewfinder Adjusting the viewfinder (diopter-adjustment)
  • Page 35: About The [In-Camera Guide]

    [8] How to Use Before Use In-Camera guide About the [In-Camera Guide] The [In-Camera Guide] displays descriptions of MENU items, Fn (Function) button, and settings, and if a function cannot be set, the reason why. 1. Press the MENU or Fn button. 2.
  • Page 36: Charging The Battery Pack While It Is Inserted In The Camera

    battery until the battery locks into place. 3. Close the cover. [10] How to Use Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the battery pack. The charged battery pack will discharge little by little, even if you do not use it.
  • Page 37 Charge lamp Lit: Charging Off: Charging finished Flashing: Charging error or charging paused temporarily because the camera is not within the proper temperature range If the charge lamp lights up once and then immediately turns off, the battery pack is fully charged. Charging time (Full charge) The charging time is approximately 150 min.
  • Page 38: Charging By Connecting To A Computer

    When charging is finished, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket). Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs, micro USB cables (supplied) and AC Adaptors (supplied). [11] How to Use...
  • Page 39: Battery Life And The Number Of Images That Can Be Recorded/Played Back Using A Battery Pack

    Do not turn on/off or restart the computer, or wake the computer from sleep mode when a USB connection has been established between the computer and the camera. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Before turning on/off or restarting the computer, or waking the computer from sleep mode, disconnect the camera from the computer.
  • Page 40: Supplying Power From A Wall Outlet (Wall Socket)

    The battery pack is used at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). Using Sony Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark2) media (sold separately) [Display Quality]: [Standard] The number for “Shooting (still images)” is based on the CIPA standard, and is for shooting under the following conditions (CIPA: Camera &...
  • Page 41: Removing The Battery Pack

    The camera will not activate if there is no remaining battery. Insert a sufficiently charged battery pack into the camera. If you use the camera while power is being supplied from a wall outlet (wall socket), make sure that the icon ( ) is displayed on the monitor.
  • Page 42: Inserting A Memory Card

    Be careful not to drop the battery pack. [15] How to Use Preparing the camera Inserting a memory card (sold separately) Inserting a memory card How to insert a memory card 1. Open the memory card cover. 2. Insert the memory card. Ensure that the notched corner is facing in the correct direction.
  • Page 43: Removing The Memory Card

    Hint When you use a memory card with this product for the first time, it is recommended that you format the card using the product for stable performance of the memory card. [16] How to Use Preparing the camera Inserting a memory card (sold separately) Removing the memory card How to remove the memory card 1.
  • Page 44 [17] How to Use Preparing the camera Inserting a memory card (sold separately) Usable memory cards You can use the following types of memory cards with this camera. For movies, refer to “Memory cards that can be used for movie recording” on this page.
  • Page 45: Attaching The Lens Hood

    SDXC / microSDXC memory card with a capacity of 64 GB or more (SD Speed Class10, or UHS Speed Class U1 or faster) When recording in 100 Mbps or more, UHS Speed Class U3 is required. When shooting movies in AVCHD or MP4 format Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark2) Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo Memory Stick Micro (M2) (Mark2)
  • Page 46: Setting Language, Date And Time

    We recommend that you use the lens hood to prevent light outside the shooting frame from affecting the image. 1. Match the shape of the lens hood mounting part and lens head, and turn the lens hood clockwise until it clicks. Note Attach the lens hood properly.
  • Page 47: Using The Control Wheel

    4. Select your desired geographic location, and then press 5. Select a setting item using the up/down side of the control wheel or by turning the control wheel, then press in the center. 6. Set [Daylight Savings], [Date/Time], and [Date Format] using the up/down/left/right sides, then press in the center.
  • Page 48: Using The Control Dial

    side of the control wheel or by turning the control wheel. [21] How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method Using the lens ring By turning the front lens ring (A) and rear lens ring (B), you can use the zoom and focus functions more intuitively.
  • Page 49: Using Menu Items

    Icons and function names are displayed on the screen as follows. : Tv: shutter speed [23] How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method Using MENU items In this section, you learn how to change settings related to all camera operations and execute camera functions including shooting, playback, and operation methods.
  • Page 50: Using The Fn (Function) Button

    3. Select the desired setting item by pressing the up/down/left/right side on the control wheel or by turning the control wheel, and then press on the center of the control wheel. Select an icon at the top of the screen and press the left/right side of the control wheel to move to another MENU item.
  • Page 51 2. Select a function to be registered by pressing the up/down/left/right side of the control wheel. 3. Select the desired setting by turning the control wheel, and press in the center of the control wheel. Some functions can be fine-tuned using the control dial. Performing settings on the dedicated screen Select the desired function in step 2, then press on the center of the control...
  • Page 52 [25] How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method Using the "Quick Navi" You can change the settings directly using the Quick Navi screen when using the viewfinder. The displayed contents and their position are just a guideline, and may differ from the actual display.
  • Page 53: Shooting Still Images

    4. Select the desired function by pressing the up/down/left/right side of the control wheel. 5. Turn the control wheel to select the desired setting. Some setting values can be finely adjusted by turning the control dial. Performing settings on the dedicated screen Select the desired function in step 4, then press on the center of the control wheel.
  • Page 54 1. Set the shooting mode to (Auto Mode). 2. Adjust the monitor angle, and hold the camera. Or look through the viewfinder and hold the camera. 3. Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the indicator ( lights up.
  • Page 55: Shooting Movies

    When the product cannot focus automatically, the focus indicator flashes and the beep does not sound. Either recompose the shot or change the focus setting. Focusing may be difficult in the following situations: It is dark and the subject is distant. The contrast of the subject is poor.
  • Page 56: List Of Mode Dial Functions

    Area]. To keep the focus on a face, arrange the composition so that the focus area frame and face detection frame overlap, or set the [Focus Area] to [Wide]. Note To adjust the shutter speed and aperture value to the desired settings, set the shooting mode to (Movie).
  • Page 57: Intelligent Auto

    Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value (F value)). Also you can select various settings using the menu. (Aperture Priority): Allows you to adjust the aperture and shoot when you want to blur the background, etc.
  • Page 58: Superior Auto

    3. Point the camera to the subject. When the camera recognized the scene, the icon for the recognized scene appears on the screen. 4. Adjust the focus and shoot the image. Note The product will not recognize the scene when you shoot images with zoom functions other than optical zoom.
  • Page 59: About Scene Recognition

    the screen. If necessary, (overlay icon) may appear. 4. Adjust the focus and shoot the image. Note When the product is used to create composite images, the recording process takes longer than usual. The product will not recognize the scene when you use zoom functions other than optical zoom.
  • Page 60: The Advantages Of Automatic Shooting

    (Backlight) (Landscape) (Macro) (Spotlight) (Low Light) When the product recognizes certain conditions, the following icons are displayed on the second line: (Tripod) (Walk) (Move) (Move (Bright)) (Move (Dark)) The condition (Walk) is recognized only when [ SteadyShot] is set to [Active] or [Intelligent Active].
  • Page 61: Program Auto

    Hint In [Superior Auto] mode and when the (overlay icon) is displayed, be sure not to move the camera before the multiple shots are recorded. In [Program Auto] mode, you can change the combination of shutter speed and aperture value while maintaining the correct exposure by turning the control dial.
  • Page 62: Sweep Panorama

    According to the brightness of the environment, the program shift may not be used. Set the shooting mode to another one than “P” or turn off the power to cancel the setting you made. When the brightness changes, the aperture (F-value) and shutter speed also change while maintaining the shift amount.
  • Page 63 5. Pan the camera to the end of the guide in the direction of the arrow on the monitor. (B) Guidance bar Note If the entire angle of the panoramic shot is not achieved within the set time, a gray area occurs in the composite image. If this happens, move the product faster to record the full panoramic image.
  • Page 64: Scene Selection

    Hint You can turn the control dial on the shooting screen to select the shooting direction. [35] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Scene Selection Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. 1. Set the mode dial to SCN (Scene Selection). 2.
  • Page 65 Landscape: Shoots the entire range of a scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors. Sunset: Shoots the red of the sunset beautifully. Night Scene: Shoots night scenes without losing the dark atmosphere. Hand-held Twilight: Shoots night scenes with less noise and blur without using a tripod. A burst of shots are taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur, camera- shake, and noise.
  • Page 66 Anti Motion Blur: Allows you to shoot indoor shots without using the flash and reduces subject blur. The product shoots burst images and combines them to create the image, reducing subject blur and noise. Note Under the following settings, the shutter speed is slower, so use of a tripod is recommended to prevent the image from blurring: [Night Scene] [Night Portrait]...
  • Page 67: Shutter Priority

    [36] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Shutter Priority You can express the movement of a moving subject in various ways by adjusting the shutter speed, for example, at the instant of the movement with high speed shutter, or as a trailing image with low speed shutter. The shutter speed can be changed while recording movies.
  • Page 68: Aperture Priority

    [37] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Aperture Priority You can shoot by adjusting the aperture and changing the range in focus, or by defocusing the background. The aperture value can be changed while recording movies. 1. Set the mode dial to A (Aperture Priority). 2.
  • Page 69: Manual Exposure

    The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot. We recommend that you set the aperture value to between F2.4 and F8 if you want to shoot images with high resolution. Image quality may deteriorate due to the diffraction phenomenon.
  • Page 70 being shot. Hint You can change the shutter speed and aperture (F-value) combination without changing the set exposure value by rotating the aperture ring while pressing the AEL button. (Manual shift) [39] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode BULB You can shoot a trailing image of the movement of a subject with long exposure.
  • Page 71: Memory Recall

    [Cont. Shooting] [Spd Priority Cont.] [Self-timer(Cont)] [Cont. Bracket] When [ Shutter Type] is set to [Electronic Shut.]. If you use the above functions when the shutter speed is set to [BULB], the shutter speed is temporarily set to 30 seconds. Hint Images shot in [BULB] mode tend to be blurry.
  • Page 72 You can adjust the shutter speed or aperture value to your desired settings for recording movies. You can also check the image angle before shooting. 1. Set the mode dial to (Movie). 2. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Movie] → desired setting. When [Mode Dial Guide] is set to [On], you can select the desired settings after you have changed the position of the mode dial.
  • Page 73 smooth super-slow-motion movie. 1. Set the mode dial to (High Frame Rate). The HFR setting screen will be displayed. 2. Select MENU→ (Camera Settings)→[ HFR Settings] and select the desired settings for [ Record Setting], [ Frame Rate], [ Priority Setting], and [ REC Timing].
  • Page 74 Hint Shortest shooting distance The image becomes out of focus when the subject is too close, such as during macro shooting. Shoot from the shortest shooting distance (W side: Approx. 3 cm (0.10 ft), T side: Approx. 72 cm (0.82 ft) (from the lens)). Timing of recording Depending on the [ REC Timing] setting, the relationship between when you...
  • Page 75 Record Setting]: [30p 50M]/[25p 50M] 8 times slower/10 times slower Record Setting]: [60p 50M]/[50p 50M] 4 times slower/5 times slower Frame Rate]: [480fps]/[500fps] Record Setting]: [24p 50M]* 20 times slower Record Setting]: [30p 50M]/[25p 50M] 16 times slower/20 times slower Record Setting]: [60p 50M]/[50p 50M] 8 times slower/10 times slower Frame Rate]: [960fps]/[1000fps]...
  • Page 76: The Zoom Features Available With This Product

    Recordable duration: Approx. 4 seconds Note Sound will not be recorded. The movie will be recorded in XAVC S HD format. It may take time for recording to finish after you press the MOVIE button. Wait until the screen switches to HFR shooting to start the next shooting. You cannot adjust the exposure, focus settings including manual focus, or zoom scale after the screen has switched to HFR shooting.
  • Page 77 according to the selected zoom feature. 1. Optical zoom range Images are magnified within the optical zoom range of this product. 2. Smart Zoom range ( Zoom images without causing the original quality to deteriorate by partially cropping an image (only when the image size is [M], [S] or [VGA]). 3.
  • Page 78: Zoom Setting

    [45] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the zoom Zoom Setting You can select the zoom setting of the product. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Zoom Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Optical zoom only: Optical zoom is activated. You can use the Smart Zoom function if you set [ Image Size] to [M], [S] or [VGA].
  • Page 79: Zoom Speed

    [Zoom Setting] : [On:Digital Zoom] Image Size] : L 4.0×, M 5.6×, S 8.0× [47] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the zoom Zoom Speed Sets the zoom speed of the camera's zoom lever. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Zoom Speed] → desired setting. Menu item details Normal: Sets the zoom speed of the zoom lever to normal.
  • Page 80 The zoom scale will become lower and the shooting screen display will zoom out. The angle of view before the key was pressed is displayed as a frame (A: zoom assist frame). 2. Compose your shot so that the subject fits inside the zoom assist frame, and release the key.
  • Page 81: Smart Telecon

    Selects how much to zoom out with the [Zoom Assist] function. 1. MENU→ (Camera Settings)→[Rng. of Zoom Assist]→desired setting. Menu item details Zooms out a small amount. Zooms out a medium amount. Zooms out a large amount. [50] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the zoom Smart Telecon.
  • Page 82: Zoom Ring Rotate

    Menu item details Standard: Zooms in/out smoothly when you operate the zoom by turning the lens ring. Quick: Zooms in/out to an angle of view corresponding to how far the lens ring has been rotated. Step: Zooms in/out at certain angle steps when you operate the zoom by turning the lens ring.
  • Page 83: Using Flash

    [53] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the flash Using flash In dark environments, use the flash to light up the subject while shooting and to prevent camera-shake. When shooting against the sun, use the flash to lighten the image of the backlit subject.
  • Page 84: Notes On Using The Flash

    screw tightly. Also, make sure that the accessory is fixed securely to the product. Do not use the Multi Interface Shoe with a commercially available flash that applies voltage of 250 V or more or has the reverse polarity of the camera. It may cause a malfunction.
  • Page 85 Flash Off: The flash does not operate. Autoflash: The flash works in dark environments or when shooting towards bright light. Fill-flash: The flash works every time you trigger the shutter. Slow Sync.: The flash works every time you trigger the shutter. Slow sync shooting allows you to shoot a clear image of both the subject and the background by slowing the shutter speed.
  • Page 86: Flash Comp

    [56] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the flash Flash Comp. Adjusts the amount of flash light in a range of –3.0 EV to +3.0 EV. Flash compensation changes the amount of flash light only. Exposure compensation changes the amount of flash light along with the change of the shutter speed and aperture.
  • Page 87 Display All Info. No Disp. Info. Histogram Level For viewfinder*...
  • Page 88: Disp Button (Finder)

    [For viewfinder] is displayed only on the screen. Some display modes are not available in the default settings. To change the display modes, press MENU → (Custom Settings) → [DISP Button] and change the setting. Note Histogram is not displayed during panorama shooting. In movie mode, [For viewfinder] cannot be displayed.
  • Page 89: Disp Button (Monitor)

    Shows basic shooting information. Graphically shows the shutter speed and aperture value. Display All Info.: Shows recording information. No Disp. Info.: Does not show recording information. Histogram: Displays the luminance distribution graphically. Level: Indicates whether the product is level in both the horizontal and front-back directions.
  • Page 90: Tc/Ub Disp. Switch

    Displays the luminance distribution graphically. Level: Indicates whether the product is level in both the horizontal and front-back directions. When the product is level in both directions, the indicator turns to green. For viewfinder: Displays information suited for shooting with the viewfinder. [60] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a screen display mode...
  • Page 91 Menu item details Image size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 3:2 L: 20M 5472×3648 pixels M: 10M 3888×2592 pixels S: 5.0M 2736×1824 pixels Image size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 4:3 L: 18M 4864×3648 pixels M: 10M 3648×2736 pixels S: 5.0M 2592×1944 pixels 640×480 pixels Image size when [...
  • Page 92: Aspect Ratio (Still Image)

    [62] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality Aspect Ratio (still image) Sets the aspect ratio of still images. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Aspect Ratio] → desired setting. Menu item details 3:2: Suitable for standard prints. 4:3: For shooting in a size suitable for viewing on a computer.
  • Page 93: Panorama: Size

    on the screen. RAW & JPEG: File format: RAW (Records using the RAW compression format.) + JPEG A RAW image and a JPEG image are created at the same time. This is suitable when you need 2 image files, a JPEG for viewing, and a RAW for editing. The JPEG image quality is set to [Fine].
  • Page 94: Panorama: Direction

    depending on the [Panorama: Direction] setting. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Panorama: Size] → desired setting. Menu item details When [Panorama: Direction] is [Up] or [Down] Standard: 3872×2160 Wide: 5536×2160 When [Panorama: Direction] is [Left] or [Right] Standard: 8192×1856 Wide: 12416×1856 [65] How to Use Using shooting functions...
  • Page 95 You can select the focusing method to suit the movement of the subject. 1. Turn the focus mode dial (A) to select the desired focus method. Focus mode details S (Single-shot AF): The camera focuses and the focus is locked when you press the shutter button halfway down.
  • Page 96: Focus Area

    [67] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Focus Area Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode. The setting applies to both still images and movies. 1.
  • Page 97: Center Lock-On Af

    images while adjusting the position of the focus range finder frame by pressing the top/bottom/left/right side of the control wheel. When you want to change the shooting settings using the control wheel, press the in the center of the control wheel. Note When the mode dial is set to (Movie) or when shooting movies, you cannot...
  • Page 98 3. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image. Note [Center Lock-on AF] may not function very well in the following situations: The subject is moving too quickly. The subject is too small, or too large. The contrast between the subject and the background is poor. It is dark.
  • Page 99: Manual Focus

    2. Place the subject within the AF area and press the shutter button halfway down. The focus is locked. 3. Keep pressing the shutter button halfway down, and place the subject back in the original position to re-compose the shot. 4.
  • Page 100: Direct Manual Focus (Dmf)

    Note When you use the viewfinder, adjust the diopter level to obtain the correct focus on the viewfinder. If you re-select the [Focus Mode], any focus distance that you set manually will be canceled. [71] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Direct manual focus (DMF) You can make fine adjustments manually after the focus is locked.
  • Page 101: Mf Assist (Still Image)

    [72] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus MF Assist (still image) Enlarges the image on the screen automatically to make manual focusing easier. This works in Manual Focus or Direct Manual Focus shooting. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [ MF Assist] →...
  • Page 102: Focus Magnif. Time

    4. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image. Hint When focusing manually, you can adjust the focus while an image is magnified. The [Focus Magnifier] function will be canceled when the shutter button is pressed halfway. You can record images while an image is enlarged, but the product records a full-display image.
  • Page 103: Initial Focus Mag. (Still Image)

    Initial Focus Mag. (still image) Sets the initial magnification when an enlarged image is displayed with [Focus Magnifier]. Select a setting that will help you frame your shot. 1. MENU→ (Custom Settings)→[ Initial Focus Mag.]→desired setting. Menu item details x1.0: Displays the image with the same magnification as the shooting screen.
  • Page 104: Peaking Color

    Note Since the product determines that sharp areas are in focus, the effect of peaking differs, depending on the subject and shooting conditions. The outline of in-focus ranges is not enhanced when the product is connected using an HDMI cable. [77] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus...
  • Page 105: Af Illuminator (Still Image)

    Off: Does not adjust focus before you press the shutter button halfway down. [79] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus AF/MF control You can easily switch the focusing mode from auto to manual and vice versa while shooting without changing your holding position.
  • Page 106 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ AF Illuminator] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: Uses the AF illuminator. Off: Does not use the AF illuminator. Note You cannot use [ AF Illuminator] in the following situations: In movie mode In [Sweep Panorama] mode When [Focus Mode] is set to [Continuous AF].
  • Page 107: Focus Hold

    eyes. If the focus mode is set to [Single-shot AF], the frame will disappear after a period of time. Note Depending on the circumstances, the camera may not be able to focus on the eyes. In such cases, the camera detects a face and focuses on the face. If the camera cannot detect a person’s face, you cannot use [Eye AF].
  • Page 108: Measuring The Exact Distance To The Subject

    [83] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Measuring the exact distance to the subject mark shows the location of the image sensor*. When you measure the exact distance between the product and the subject, refer to the position of the horizontal line.
  • Page 109: Exposure Comp

    Assigns longer-distance focus to counterclockwise rotation and shorter-distance focus to clockwise rotation. Right /Left Assigns longer-distance focus to clockwise rotation and shorter-distance focus to counterclockwise rotation. [85] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure Exposure Comp. You can adjust the exposure under MENU when the exposure compensation dial is set to “0.”...
  • Page 110: Exposure Compensation Dial

    [86] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure Exposure compensation dial Based on the exposure value set by auto exposure, you can make the entire image brighter or darker if you adjust [Exposure Comp.] to the plus side or minus side, respectively (exposure compensation).
  • Page 111 Menu item details Multi: Measures light on each area after dividing the total area into multiple areas and determines the proper exposure of the entire screen (Multi-pattern metering). Center: Measures the average brightness of the entire screen, while emphasizing the central area of the screen (Center-weighted metering).
  • Page 112: Ael W/ Shutter (Still Image)

    The exposure is locked, and (AE lock) lights up. 3. Keep pressing the AEL button and focus on the subject again, then shoot the picture. Keep holding the AEL button down while taking a shot if you want to continue shooting with the fixed exposure. Release the button to reset the exposure.
  • Page 113: Exp.comp.set

    Fixes the exposure when you press the shutter button halfway down. Off: Does not fix the exposure when you press the shutter button halfway down. Use this mode when you want to adjust focus and exposure separately. The product keeps adjusting the exposure while shooting in [Cont. Shooting] or [Spd Priority Cont.] mode.
  • Page 114: Exposure Set. Guide

    part meets the IRE level that you set. Use this zebra pattern as a guide to adjust the brightness. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Zebra] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not display the zebra pattern. 70/75/80/85/90/95/100/100+/Custom1/Custom2: Adjusts the brightness level.
  • Page 115: Reset Ev Comp

    [93] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure Reset EV Comp. Sets whether to maintain the exposure value set using [Exposure Comp.] when you turn off the power when the exposure compensation dial position is set to “0.” 1.
  • Page 116: Cont. Shooting

    Cont. Shooting: Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button. Spd Priority Cont.: Shoots images continuously at high speed while you press and hold down the shutter button. Self-timer: Shoots an image using the self-timer after a designated number of seconds have elapsed since the shutter button was pressed.
  • Page 117 Continuous shooting is unavailable in the following situations: The shooting mode has been set to [Sweep Panorama]. The shooting mode is set to [Scene Selection] and a scene other than [Sports Action] is selected. The [Picture Effect] is set to [Soft Focus], [HDR Painting], [Rich-tone Mono.], [Miniature], [Watercolor], or [Illustration].
  • Page 118 Hint In [Spd Priority Cont.] mode, the focus is determined when you press the shutter button halfway down for the first image, and locked for subsequent shots. However, the camera can continue adjusting the exposure for subsequent shots. To keep adjusting the exposure throughout the continuous shooting, set the settings as follows: Set [ AEL w/ shutter] to [Auto] or [Off].
  • Page 119: Self-Timer(Cont)

    To cancel the self-timer, select MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → [Single Shooting]. To use the self-timer in bracket mode, select bracket mode under drive mode, then select MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Bracket Settings] → [Selftimer during Brkt]. Note The self-timer is unavailable in the following situations: The shooting mode is set to [Sweep Panorama].
  • Page 120: Cont. Bracket

    and the shutter operates after 5 seconds. Self-timer(Cont.): 5 Sec. 5 Img.: Shoots five frames in succession 5 seconds after you press the shutter button. When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes, a beep sounds, and the shutter operates after 5 seconds. Self-timer(Cont.): 2 Sec.
  • Page 121 This setting shoots five images continuously with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.3 EV. Cont. Bracket: 0.3EV 9 Image: This setting shoots nine images continuously with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.3 EV. Cont. Bracket: 0.7EV 3 Image: This setting shoots three images continuously with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.7 EV.
  • Page 122: Single Bracket

    This setting shoots five images continuously with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 3.0 EV. Note The last shot is shown on the Auto Review. When [ISO AUTO] is selected in [Manual Exposure] mode, the exposure is changed by adjusting the ISO value. If a setting other than [ISO AUTO] is selected, the exposure is changed by adjusting the shutter speed.
  • Page 123 by plus or minus 0.3 EV. Single Bracket: 0.3EV 9 Image: This setting shoots a total of nine images in a row with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.3 EV. Single Bracket: 0.7EV 3 Image: This setting shoots a total of three images in a row with an exposure value shifted by plus or minus 0.7 EV.
  • Page 124 by plus or minus 3.0 EV. Note When [ISO AUTO] is selected in [Manual Exposure] mode, the exposure is changed by adjusting the ISO value. If a setting other than [ISO AUTO] is selected, the exposure is changed by adjusting the shutter speed. When you adjust the exposure, the exposure is shifted based on the compensated value.
  • Page 125: Dro Bracket

    shooting/Self-timer) DRO Bracket You can record a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer value. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → [DRO Bracket]. 2. Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the control wheel. Menu item details DRO Bracket: Lo: Records a series of three images with small changes in the D-Range Optimizer...
  • Page 126: Indicator During Bracket Shooting

    Sets whether to use the self-timer during bracket shooting. Also sets the number of seconds until the shutter is released if using the self-timer. (OFF/2 Sec/5 Sec/10 Sec) Bracket order: Sets the order of exposure bracketing and white balance bracketing. (0→...
  • Page 127 Ambient light* bracketing 3 images shifted by 0.3 EV steps Exposure compensation ±0.0 steps Flash bracketing 3 images shifted by 0.7 EV steps Flash compensation -1.0 step Ambient light: A generic term for non-flash light including natural light, electric bulb and fluorescent lighting.
  • Page 128: Iso Auto Min. Ss

    ISO AUTO: Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically. ISO 64 – ISO 12800: Sets the ISO sensitivity manually. Selecting a larger number increases the ISO sensitivity. Note [ISO AUTO] is selected when using the following functions: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [Sweep Panorama] When [ISO] is set to a value lower than ISO 100, the range for recordable subject brightness (dynamic range) may decrease.
  • Page 129 shutter speed at which the ISO sensitivity starts changing. This function is effective for shooting moving subjects. You can minimize subject blurring while also preventing camera shake. 1. MENU→ (Camera Settings)→[ISO AUTO Min. SS]→desired setting. Menu item details FASTER (Faster)/FAST (Fast): The ISO sensitivity will start to change at shutter speeds faster than [Standard], so you can prevent camera shake and subject blurring.
  • Page 130: Multi Frame Nr

    [107] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting the ISO sensitivity Multi Frame NR The product automatically shoots multiple images continuously, combines them, reduces the noise, and records them as one image. The image recorded is one combined image. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) →...
  • Page 131 the optimal brightness and gradation. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [DRO/Auto HDR] → [D-Range Opt.]. 2. Select the desired setting using the left/right side of the control wheel. Menu item details D-Range Optimizer: Auto: Corrects the brightness automatically. D-Range Optimizer: Lv1 ― D-Range Optimizer: Lv5: Optimizes the gradation of a recorded image for each divided area.
  • Page 132 Widens the range (gradation) so that you can record from bright parts to dark parts with correct brightness (HDR: High Dynamic Range). One image with proper exposure and one overlaid image are recorded. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [DRO/Auto HDR] → [Auto HDR]. 2.
  • Page 133: White Balance

    the recorded image to inform you when the camera detects image blurring. Change the composition or re-shoot the image carefully to avoid image blur, as needed. [110] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting color tones White Balance Adjusts the color tones according to the ambient light conditions. Use this feature when the color tones of the image did not come out as you expected, or when you want to change the color tones on purpose for photographic expression.
  • Page 134: Capturing A Basic White Color In [Custom Setup] Mode

    The color temperature is adjusted for daylight fluorescent lighting. Flash: The color temperature is adjusted for flash light. C.Temp./Filter: Adjusts the color tones depending on the light source. Achieves the effect of CC (Color Compensation) filters for photography. Custom 1/Custom 2/Custom 3: Uses the white balance setting saved in [Custom Setup].
  • Page 135: Picture Effect

    2. Hold the product so that the white area fully covers the AF area located in the center, and then press on the center of the control wheel. The calibrated values (Color Temperature and Color Filter) are displayed. 3. Select a registration number using the right/left button. The monitor returns to the recording information display while retaining the memorized custom white balance setting.
  • Page 136 Retro Photo: Creates the look of an aged photo with sepia color tones and faded contrast. Soft High-key: Creates an image with the indicated atmosphere: bright, transparent, ethereal, tender, soft. Partial Color: Creates an image which retains a specific color, but converts others to black and white.
  • Page 137: Creative Style

    [HDR Painting] [Miniature] [Illustration] Note When you use a zoom function other than the optical zoom, setting the zoom scale larger makes [Toy Camera] less effective. When [Partial Color] is selected, images may not retain the selected color, depending on the subject or shooting conditions. You cannot check the following effects on the shooting screen, because the product processes the image after the shot.
  • Page 138 Allows you to select the desired image processing. You can adjust exposure (shutter speed and aperture) as you like with [Creative Style], unlike with [Scene Selection] where the product adjusts the exposure. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Creative Style] → desired setting. Menu item details Standard: For shooting various scenes with rich gradation and beautiful colors.
  • Page 139 Autumn leaves: For shooting autumn scenes, vividly highlighting the reds and yellows of changing leaves. Black & White: For shooting images in black and white monotone. Sepia: For shooting images in sepia monotone. Registering preferred settings (Style Box): Select the six style box (the boxes with numbers on the left side ( )) to register preferred settings.
  • Page 140: Movie Recording Formats

    be adjusted. [114] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Movie recording formats The following movie recording formats are available with this camera. What is XAVC S? Records high-definition movies such as 4K by converting them to MP4 movies using the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 codec.
  • Page 141 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ File Format] → desired setting. Menu item details XAVC S 4K: Records high-definition movies in XAVC S 4K. This format supports a higher bit rate. Audio: LPCM In order to record movies with [ File Format] set to [XAVC S 4K], the following kind of memory card is needed: Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo...
  • Page 142: Record Setting (Movie)

    Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo Movies cannot be recorded in 100 Mbps or more. SDHC / microSDHC memory card (SD Speed Class10, or UHS Speed Class U1 or faster) When recording in 100 Mbps or more, UHS Speed Class U3 is required. SDXC / microSDXC memory card with a capacity of 64 GB or more (SD Speed Class10, or UHS Speed Class U1 or faster) When recording in 100 Mbps or more, UHS Speed Class U3 is required.
  • Page 143 When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S 4K] Records high-definition movies by converting them to MP4 file format using the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 codec. When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD] Records high-definition movies by converting them to MP4 file format using the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 codec.
  • Page 144 Bit-rate: Approx. 100 Mbps 24p 60M*: Records the movies in 3840 × 2160 (24p). This produces a cinema-like atmosphere. Bit-rate: Approx. 60 Mbps When [ File Format] is set to [XAVC S HD] 60p 50M/50p 50M: Records the movies in 1920 × 1080 (60p/50p). Bit-rate: Approx.
  • Page 145 60p 28M(PS)/50p 28M(PS): Records the movies in 1920 × 1080 (60p/50p). Bit-rate: 28 Mbps (Max.) 24p 24M(FX)/25p 24M(FX): Records the movies in 1920 × 1080 (24p/25p). This produces a cinema-like atmosphere. Bit-rate: 24 Mbps (Max.) 24p 17M(FH)/25p 17M(FH): Records the movies in 1920 × 1080 (24p/25p). This produces a cinema-like atmosphere.
  • Page 146: Dual Video Rec

    [120p]/[100p] cannot be selected for the following settings. [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [117] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Dual Video REC Allows you to simultaneously record an XAVC S movie and an MP4 movie, or an AVCHD movie and an MP4 movie.
  • Page 147 You can capture still images while recording movies without stopping recording. Use Dual Rec when you want to record both movies and still images at the same time. 1. Press the MOVIE button to start recording the movie. 2. Press the shutter button to capture a still image. If you press the shutter button halfway down, the remaining number of still images you can shoot will be displayed on the screen.
  • Page 148 Auto Dual Rec Sets whether or not to automatically shoot still images when shooting movies. Shoots when impressive compositions, including people, are detected. This function may also record versions of the automatically shot images that have been trimmed into optimal compositions. When a trimmed image is recorded, both the image before trimming and the trimmed image will be recorded.
  • Page 149: Marker Display (Movie)

    [120] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Img. Size(Dual Rec) Selects the size of still images to be shot while recording movies. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Img. Size(Dual Rec)] → desired setting. Menu item details L: 17M/M: 7.5M/S: 4.2M [121] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies...
  • Page 150: Marker Settings (Movie)

    Markers are displayed. The markers are not recorded. Off: No marker is displayed. Note The markers are displayed when the mode dial is set to (Movie) or when shooting movies. You cannot display markers when using [Focus Magnifier]. The markers are displayed on the monitor or viewfinder. (You cannot output the markers.) [123] How to Use Using shooting functions...
  • Page 151: Steadyshot (Movie)

    is level or perpendicular to the ground. Off / On Hint You can display all the markers at the same time. Place the subject on the cross point of the [Guideframe] to make a balanced composition. [124] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies SteadyShot (movie)
  • Page 152: Audio Recording

    [125] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Audio Recording Sets whether to record sounds when shooting movies. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Audio Recording] → desired setting. Menu item details Records sound (stereo). Off: Does not record sound. Note The noise of the lens and the product in operation will also be recorded, when [On] is selected.
  • Page 153: Audio Rec Level

    Set the shooting mode to Movie. You can see the audio level before recording only in movie recording mode. [127] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Audio Rec Level You can adjust the audio recording level while checking the level meter. 1.
  • Page 154: Wind Noise Reduct

    You can set echo cancellation during audio monitoring and prevent undesirable deviations between video and audio during HDMI output. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Audio Out Timing] → desired setting. Menu item details Live: Outputs audio without delay. Select this setting when audio deviation is a problem during audio monitoring.
  • Page 155: Auto Slow Shut. (Movie)

    [130] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Auto Slow Shut. (movie) Sets whether or not to adjust the shutter speed automatically when recording movies if the subject is dark. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Auto Slow Shut.] → desired setting.
  • Page 156: Picture Profile

    Picture Profile Allows you to change the settings for the color, gradation, etc. For details on “Picture Profile,” refer to http://helpguide.sony.net/di/pp/v1/en/index.html. Customizing the picture profile You can customize the picture quality by adjusting picture profile items such as [Gamma] and [Detail]. When setting these parameters, connect the camera to a TV or monitor, and adjust them while observing the picture on the screen.
  • Page 157 Example setting using [Still] gamma PP3: Example setting of natural color tone using the [ITU709] gamma PP4: Example setting of a color tone faithful to the ITU709 standard PP5: Example setting using [Cine1] gamma PP6: Example setting using [Cine2] gamma PP7: Example setting using [S-Log2] gamma Items of the picture profile...
  • Page 158 Still: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Still]. Cinema: Suitable colors when [Gamma] is set to [Cine1]. Pro: Similar color tones to the standard image quality of Sony professional cameras (when combined with ITU709 gamma) ITU709 Matrix: Colors corresponding to ITU709 standard (when combined with ITU709 gamma) Black &...
  • Page 159 Sets the color saturation. (-32 to +32) Color Phase Sets the color phase. (-7 to +7) Color Depth Sets the color depth for each color phase. This function is more effective for chromatic colors and less effective for achromatic colors. The color looks deeper as you increase the setting value towards the positive side, and lighter as you decrease the value towards the negative side.
  • Page 160 If you set [Slope] to +5 in [Manual Set], [Knee] is set to [Off]. S-Gamut is a color space unique to Sony that provides a wide color space equivalent to film cameras. However, S-Gamut setting of this camera does not support the whole color space of S-Gamut;...
  • Page 161: Video Light Mode

    [133] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Video Light Mode Sets the illumination setting for the HVL-LBPC LED light (sold separately). 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Video Light Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details Power Link: The video light turns on/off in sync with the ON/OFF operation of this camera.
  • Page 162 [135] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Memory Allows you to register up to 3 often-used modes or product settings to the product and up to 4 (M1 through M4) to the memory card. You can recall the settings using just the mode dial.
  • Page 163: Function Menu Set

    [136] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Function Menu Set. You can assign the functions to be called up when you press the Fn (Function) button. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Function Menu Set.] → set a function to the desired location.
  • Page 164 you can change the position of the focus range finder frame by pressing the top/bottom/right/left side of the control wheel. You can shoot still images while changing the position of the focus range finder frame. When you press the key when the [Focus Area] is set to [Wide] or [Center] and [Center Lock-on AF] is [On], [Center Lock-on AF] will activate.
  • Page 165 Button] → desired setting. The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen. [140] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Function of the AEL button Once you assign a function to the AEL button, you can perform that function by simply pressing the AEL button when the shooting information screen is displayed.
  • Page 166: Function Of The Center Button

    screen. Hint If you select MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key(PB)] → [Custom Button 1] or [Custom Button 2] → [Follow Custom(Sht.)], the function selected for [Custom Key(Shoot.)] is also assigned to that key in playback mode. [142] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use...
  • Page 167: Function Of The Right Button

    [144] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Function of the Right button Once you assign a function to the right button, you can perform that function by simply pressing the right button when the shooting information screen is displayed. 1.
  • Page 168 Once you assign a function to the Send to Smartphone button, you can perform that function by simply pressing the Send to Smartphone button when the playback screen is displayed. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key(PB)] → [Fn/ Button] →...
  • Page 169: Smile/Face Detect

    [148] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Smile/Face Detect. Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, exposure, flash settings and performs image processing automatically. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Smile/Face Detect.] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not use the Face Detection function.
  • Page 170: Soft Skin Effect (Still Image)

    Do not cover the eyes with front hair and keep the eyes narrowed. Do not obscure the face by a hat, masks, sunglasses, etc. Try to orient the face in front of the product and be as level as possible. Give a clear smile with an open mouth.
  • Page 171: Face Registration (New Registration)

    Off: Does not use the [ Soft Skin Effect] function. Uses the [ Soft Skin Effect]. Hint When [ Soft Skin Effect] is set to [On], you can select the effect level. Select the effect level by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel. Note Soft Skin Effect] is not available when [ Quality] is [RAW].
  • Page 172: Face Registration (Order Exchanging)

    Face Registration (Order Exchanging) When multiple faces are registered to be given priority, the face registered first will be given priority. You can change the priority order. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Face Registration] → [Order Exchanging]. 2. Select a face to change the order of priority. 3.
  • Page 173: Auto Obj. Framing (Still Image)

    1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Red Eye Reduction] → desired setting. Menu item details The flash is always fired to reduce the red-eye phenomenon. Off: Does not use Red Eye Reduction. Note Red Eye Reduction may not produce the desired effects. It depends on individual differences and conditions, such as distance to the subject, or whether the subject looks at the pre-strobe or not.
  • Page 174: Steadyshot (Still Image)

    Automatically trims images into an appropriate composition. Note The trimmed image may not be the best possible composition, depending on the shooting conditions. Auto Obj. Framing] cannot be set when using zoom functions other than the optical zoom. Auto Obj. Framing] cannot be set when [ Quality] is set to [RAW] or [RAW &...
  • Page 175: High Iso Nr (Still Image)

    Menu item details Activates noise reduction for the same duration that the shutter is open. When noise reduction is in progress, a message appears and you cannot take another picture. Select this to prioritize the image quality. Off: Does not activate noise reduction. Select this to prioritize the timing of shooting. Note Long Exposure NR] is not available when [ Shutter Type] is set to...
  • Page 176: Write Date (Still Image)

    Menu item details Normal: Activates high ISO noise reduction normally. Low: Activates high ISO noise reduction moderately. Off: Does not activate high ISO noise reduction. Select this to prioritize the timing of shooting. Note High ISO NR] is not available in the following situations: When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto], [Superior Auto], [Scene Selection] or [Sweep Panorama].
  • Page 177: Color Space (Still Image)

    The dates are doubly printed if you set the product to print dates when printing the images using PCs or printers. The recorded time of the image cannot be superimposed on the image. Write Date] is not available for RAW images. [159] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product...
  • Page 178: Auto Review

    Sets whether the grid line is displayed or not. The grid line will help you to adjust the composition of images. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Grid Line] → desired setting. Menu item details Rule of 3rds Grid: Place main subjects close to one of the grid lines that divide the image into thirds for a well-balanced composition.
  • Page 179: Live View Display

    Note When the product is enlarging an image using image processing, it may temporarily display the original image prior to enlarging and then display the enlarged image. The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display. [162] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Live View Display...
  • Page 180: Bright Monitoring

    Hint When you use a third-party flash, such as a studio flash, Live View Display may be dark for some shutter speed settings. When [Live View Display] is set to [Setting Effect OFF], Live View Display will be displayed brightly, so that you can easily check the composition.
  • Page 181: Release W/O Card

    [164] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product FINDER/MONITOR Sets the method for switching the display between Electronic Viewfinder and the screen. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [FINDER/MONITOR] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto: When you look into the Electronic Viewfinder, the display is switched to the Electronic Viewfinder automatically.
  • Page 182 (Custom Settings) → [Release w/o Card] → desired setting. 1. MENU→ Menu item details Enable: Releases the shutter even if no memory card has been inserted. Disable: Does not release the shutter when no memory card has been inserted. Note When no memory card has been inserted, the images shot will not be saved.
  • Page 183 Shutter sound: mechanical shutter sound and electronic shutter sound Electronic Shut. Flash: Shutter speed: 30 seconds to 1/32000 second Shutter sound: electronic shutter sound When shooting with the flash, the shutter speed is limited to 1/100 second or slower. The settable shutter speed range varies by shooting mode. To turn off the electronic sound, set [Audio signals] to [Off].
  • Page 184: Dial / Wheel Lock

    Long Exposure NR Bulb shooting The [ Shutter Type] setting may be cancelled when shooting with a function downloaded from PlayMemories Camera Apps. When using an external flash, the highest shutter speed you can set is 1/4000 seconds. However, because this shutter speed uses the electronic shutter, a belt-like contrast may be recorded on the image.
  • Page 185: Playing Back Images

    assigned, the monitor turns black, and the screen display is locked to [No Disp. Info.]. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key(Shoot.)] → set the [Deactivate Monitor] function to the desired key. 2. Press the key to which [Deactivate Monitor] was assigned. Note Even if you perform [Deactivate Monitor], the backlight of monitor remains on.
  • Page 186: Image Index

    Enlarges the image being played back. 1. Display the image you want to enlarge, and slide the W/T (zoom) lever to the T side. Slide the W/T (zoom) lever to the W side to adjust the zoom scale. The view will zoom in on the part of the image where the camera focused during shooting.
  • Page 187: Switching The Screen Display (During Playback)

    9 Images/25 Images To return to single-image playback Select the desired image and press on the center of the control wheel. To display a desired image quickly Select the bar on the left of the image index screen using the control wheel, then press the top/bottom side of the control wheel.
  • Page 188: Deleting A Displayed Image

    [173] How to Use Viewing Deleting images Deleting a displayed image You can delete an image displayed. 1. Display the image you want to delete. 2. Press the (Delete) button. 3. Select [Delete] using the control wheel, then press on the center of the control wheel.
  • Page 189: Playing Back Movies

    Perform [Format] to delete all images, including protected images. Note The menu items that can be selected differ depending on the [View Mode] setting. [175] How to Use Viewing Playing back movies Playing back movies Plays back the recorded movies. 1.
  • Page 190: Motion Shot Video

    and “Displays the previous frame” are available during pause. [176] How to Use Viewing Playing back movies Motion Shot Video You can see the tracking of the subject's motion in high-speed, like a stroboscopic image. 1. Press the bottom side of the control wheel during movie playback, then select To exit [Motion Shot Video] playback, select If you fail to make the trail, you can adjust the interval of the image tracking using...
  • Page 191: Playing Back Panoramic Images

    3. Find the desired scene using forward slow playback, reverse slow playback, displays the next frame, and displays the previous frame, and then stop the movie. 4. Press (Photo Capture) to capture the chosen scene. The scene is saved as a still image. [178] How to Use Viewing Viewing panoramic images...
  • Page 192: Specify Printing

    Specify Printing You can specify in advance on the memory card which still images you want to print out later. (print order) icon will appear on the specified images. DPOF refers to “Digital Print Order Format.” 1. MENU → (Playback) → [Specify Printing] → desired setting. Menu item details Multiple Img.: Selects images to order printing.
  • Page 193: Display Rotation

    Date View: Displays the images by date. Folder View(Still): Displays only still images. Folder View(MP4): Displays only MP4-format movies. AVCHD View: Displays only AVCHD-format movies. XAVC S HD View: Displays only XAVC S HD-format movies. XAVC S 4K View: Displays only XAVC S 4K-format movies. [181] How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions...
  • Page 194 Automatically plays back images continuously. 1. MENU → (Playback) → [Slide Show] → desired setting. 2. Select [Enter]. Menu item details Repeat: Select [On], in which images are played back in a continuous loop, or [Off], in which the product exits the slideshow when all the images are played back once. Interval: Select the display interval for images from among [1 Sec], [3 Sec], [5 Sec], [10 Sec] or [30 Sec].
  • Page 195: Enlarge Init. Mag

    You cannot rotate the movies. You may not be able to rotate images shot using other products. When viewing rotated images on a computer, the images may be displayed in their original orientation depending on the software. [184] How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions Enlarge Init.
  • Page 196: Viewing Images On An Hd Tv

    [186] How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions Protect Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. The mark is displayed on protected images. 1. MENU → (Playback) → [Protect] → desired setting. Menu item details Multiple Img.: Applies or cancels the protection of the selected multiple images. (1) Select the image to be protected, then press on the center of the control wheel.
  • Page 197 Images shot with the product appear on the TV screen. Hint This product is compatible with the PhotoTV HD standard. If you connect Sony PhotoTV HD-compatible devices using an HDMI cable (sold separately), the TV is set to the image quality suitable for viewing still images, and a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking high quality.
  • Page 198: Viewing Images On A "Bravia" Sync-Compatible Tv

    Some devices may not work properly when connected to this product. For example, they may not output video or audio. Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo or a genuine Sony cable. Use an HDMI cable that is compatible with the HDMI micro terminal of the product and the HDMI jack of the TV.
  • Page 199: Monitor Brightness

    3. Turn on the TV and switch the input. 4. Turn on this product. 5. MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → [On]. 6. Press the SYNC MENU button on the TV remote control, and select the desired mode.
  • Page 200: Viewfinder Bright

    Menu item details Manual: Adjusts the brightness within the range of –2 to +2. Sunny Weather: Sets the brightness appropriately for shooting outdoors. Note The [Sunny Weather] setting is too bright for shooting indoors. Set [Monitor Brightness] to [Manual] for indoor shooting. The monitor brightness cannot be adjusted in the following situations.
  • Page 201: Finder Color Temp

    File Format] is [XAVC S 4K]. File Format] is [XAVC S HD] and the [ Record Setting] is [120p]/[100p]. You cannot use the viewfinder while using Wi-Fi functions. The camera will switch to screen display mode. [191] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Finder Color Temp.
  • Page 202: Volume Settings

    Off: Does not apply [Gamma Disp. Assist]. Auto: Displays movies with an [S-Log2→709(800%)] effect when the gamma set in [Picture Profile] is [S-Log2]. [Gamma Disp. Assist] is not applied when the gamma is set to other than [S-Log2]. S-Log2→709(800%): Displays movies with an S-Log2 gamma reproducing contrast equivalent to ITU709(800%).
  • Page 203: Upload Settings(Eye-Fi)

    Selects whether the product produces a sound or not. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Audio signals] → desired setting. Menu item details Sounds are produced for example when the focus is achieved by pressing the shutter button halfway down. Shutter: Only the shutter sound is produced.
  • Page 204 Enables the upload function. Off: Disables the upload function. Communication status screen display : Standby. No images are to be sent. : Upload standby : Connecting : Uploading : Error Note Eye-Fi cards are only sold in certain countries/regions. For more information on Eye-Fi cards, please contact the manufacturer or vendor directly.
  • Page 205: Mode Dial Guide

    MENU button. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Tile Menu] → desired setting. Menu item details Always displays the first screen of the menu (Tile Menu). Off: Deactivates the Tile Menu display. [197] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Mode Dial Guide You can display the description of a shooting mode when you turn the mode dial and change the settings available for that shooting mode.
  • Page 206: Display Quality

    Menu item details "Delete" first: [Delete] is selected as the default setting. "Cancel" first: [Cancel] is selected as the default setting. [199] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Display Quality You can change the display quality. 1. MENU → (Setup) →...
  • Page 207: Ntsc/Pal Selector

    30 Min/5 Min/2 Min/1 Min/10 Sec Note Turn off the product when you do not use it for a long time. The power save function is not activated when power is being supplied via USB, when playing back slideshows, when recording movies, or when connected to a computer or TV.
  • Page 208 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Demo Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details The movie playback demonstration starts automatically if the product is not operated for about one minute. Only protected AVCHD movies are played back. Set the view mode to [AVCHD View], and protect the movie file with the oldest recorded date and time.
  • Page 209 TC Format: Sets the recording method for the time code. (Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to NTSC.) TC Run: Sets the count up format for the time code. TC Make: Sets the recording format for the time code on the recording medium. UB Time Rec: Sets whether or not to record the time as a user bit.
  • Page 210 How to reset the user bit 1. MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → [UB Preset], then press the center of the control wheel. 2. Press the (Delete) button to reset the user bit (00 00 00 00). How to select the recording method for the time code (TC Format 1.
  • Page 211: Hdmi Resolution

    How to select how the time code is recorded (TC Make) 1. MENU → (Setup) → [TC/UB Settings] → [TC Make], then press the center of the control wheel. Preset: Records the newly set time code on the recording medium. Regenerate: Reads the last time code for the previous recording from the recording medium and records the new time code consecutively from the last time code.
  • Page 212: Ctrl For Hdmi

    [205] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu 24p/60p Output (movie) (Only for 1080 60i compatible models) Set 1080/24p or 1080/60p as the HDMI output format when [ Record Setting] is set to [24p 24M(FX)], [24p 17M(FH)], or [24p 50M]. 1.
  • Page 213: Hdmi Info. Display

    1. MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → desired setting. Menu item details You can operate this product with a TV’s remote control. Off: You cannot operate this product with a TV’s remote control. Note [CTRL FOR HDMI] is available only with a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV. [207] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu...
  • Page 214 TC Output (movie) Sets whether or not to layer the TC (time code) information on the output signal via the HDMI terminal when outputting the signal to other professional-use devices. This function layers the time code information on the HDMI output signal. The product sends the time code information as digital data, not as an image displayed on the screen.
  • Page 215: Output Sel. (Movie)

    The camera can send a recording command to an external recorder/player. The camera is sending a recording command to an external recorder/player. Off: The camera is not able to send a command to an external recorder/player to start/stop recording. Note Available for external recorders/players compatible with [ REC Control].
  • Page 216: Usb Connection

    HDMI Only(24p): Outputs a 4K movie in 24p to the external recording/playback device without recording on the camera's memory card. HDMI Only(25p)*: Outputs a 4K movie in 25p to the external recording/playback device without recording on the camera’s memory card. Only when [NTSC/PAL Selector] is set to PAL.
  • Page 217: Usb Lun Setting

    computers are connected in MTP, and their unique functions are enabled for use. Mass Storage: Establishes a Mass Storage connection between this product, a computer, and other USB devices. MTP: Establishes an MTP connection between this product, a computer, and other USB devices.
  • Page 218: Usb Power Supply

    USB Power Supply Sets whether to supply power via the micro USB cable when the product is connected to a computer or an USB device. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [USB Power Supply] → desired setting. Menu item details Power is supplied to the product via a micro USB cable when the product is connected to a computer, etc.
  • Page 219: Area Setting

    1. MENU → (Setup) → [Date/Time Setup] → desired setting. Menu item details Daylight Savings: Selects Daylight Savings [On]/[Off]. Date/Time: Sets the date and time. Date Format: Selects the date and time display format. [216] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Area Setting Sets the area where you are using the product.
  • Page 220 Set Photographer: Sets the photographer name. Set Copyright: Sets the copyright holder name. Disp. Copyright Info: Displays the current copyright information. Hint How to use the keyboard When manual character entry is required, a keyboard is displayed on the screen. 1.
  • Page 221 Moves the cursor in the input box to the right or left. 6. Delete Deletes the character preceding the cursor. Switches the next character to a capital or lowercase letter. Enters a space. To cancel input, select [Cancel]. Note You can only enter alphanumeric characters and symbols for [Set Photographer] and [Set Copyright].
  • Page 222: File Number

    [219] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu File Number Selects how to assign file numbers to recorded still images and MP4 movies. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [File Number] → desired setting. Menu item details Series: The product will assign numbers to files sequentially up to “9999” without resetting.
  • Page 223: Select Rec Folder

    [221] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Select REC Folder You can change the folder on the memory card where still images and MP4 movies are to be recorded. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Select REC Folder] → desired folder. Note You cannot select the folder when [Folder Name] is set to [Date Form].
  • Page 224: Folder Name

    Folder Name Still images are recorded in a folder that is automatically created inside the DCIM folder on the memory card. You can change the way folder names are assigned. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Folder Name] → desired setting. Menu item details Standard Form: The folder name form is as follows: folder number + MSDCF.
  • Page 225: Display Media Info

    [225] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Display Media Info. Displays the recordable time of movies and the number of recordable still images for the inserted memory card. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Media Info.]. [226] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Version...
  • Page 226: Playmemories Mobile

    If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed on your smartphone, be sure to update it to the latest version. For details on PlayMemories Mobile, refer to the support page (http://www.sony.net/pmm/). [230] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone...
  • Page 227 update it to the latest version. 2. Display the QR code (A) on the monitor of this product by following the steps below. An SSID (B) will also be displayed on the monitor. Using [Send to Smartphone]: MENU → (Wireless) → select [Send to Smartphone] Using [Smart Remote Embedded]: MENU →...
  • Page 228 5. Read the QR code displayed on the monitor of this product with the smartphone. Once the QR code is read, the message [Connect with the camera?] will be displayed on the smartphone screen. 6. Select [OK] on the smartphone screen. The smartphone will connect to the product.
  • Page 229 3. Launch PlayMemories Mobile on your iPhone or iPad and select [Scan QR Code of the Camera]. 4. Select [OK] on the iPhone or iPad screen. When a message is displayed, select [OK] again. 5. Read the QR code displayed on the monitor of this product with the iPhone or iPad.
  • Page 230 7. Select [Settings] on the "Home" screen → [Wi-Fi] → this product's SSID displayed in the Step 2. The iPhone or iPad will connect to the product. 8. Return to the "Home" screen of the iPhone or iPad and launch PlayMemories Mobile.
  • Page 231 If you cannot connect your device to this product using the QR code, use the SSID and password. [232] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone Connecting an Android smartphone to this product by inputting an SSID and password 1.
  • Page 232 Connecting an iPhone or iPad to this product by inputting an SSID and password 1. Select the model name of this product (DIRECT-xxxx: xxxx) on the Wi-Fi setting screen of your iPhone or iPad. 2. Input the password displayed on this product. The iPhone or iPad is connected to the product.
  • Page 233: Calling Up An Application Using [One-Touch(Nfc)]

    [234] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone Calling up an application using [One-touch(NFC)] You can call up a desired application from the application menu of this product by touching an NFC-enabled Android smartphone to the product. If the application you call up has a feature that works with the smartphone, the product and the smartphone will be connected via Wi-Fi.
  • Page 234: Smart Remote Embedded

    [235] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Controlling this product using a Smartphone Smart Remote Embedded You can use a smartphone as the remote controller for this product, and shoot still images/movies. The application PlayMemories Mobile must be installed on your smartphone.
  • Page 235 still image/movie recording. This product shares the connection information for [Smart Remote Embedded] with a device that has permission to connect. If you want to change the device that is permitted to connect to the product, reset the connection information by following these steps.
  • Page 236 The smartphone and the product are connected, and PlayMemories Mobile launches on the smartphone. Touch the smartphone to the product for 1-2 seconds until PlayMemories Mobile launches. About “NFC” NFC is a technology that enables short-range wireless communication between various devices, such as mobile phones or IC tags, etc. NFC makes data communication simpler with just a touch on the designated touch-point.
  • Page 237: Send To Smartphone

    [237] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Transferring images to a Smartphone Send to Smartphone You can transfer still images/movies to a smartphone and view them. The application PlayMemories Mobile must be installed on your smartphone. 1. MENU → (Wireless) → [Send to Smartphone] → desired setting. If you press the (Send to Smartphone) button in playback mode, the setting screen for [Send to Smartphone] will appear.
  • Page 238: Sending Images To An Android Smartphone (Nfc One- Touch Sharing)

    To change the image size, refer to the following steps. For Android smartphone Start PlayMemories Mobile, and change the image size by [Settings] → [Copy Image Size]. For iPhone/iPad Select PlayMemories Mobile in the setting menu, and change the image size by [Copy Image Size].
  • Page 239 The product and the smartphone are connected, and PlayMemories Mobile automatically launches on the smartphone, and then the displayed image is sent to the smartphone. Before you touch the smartphone, cancel the sleep and lock-screen functions of the smartphone. The NFC function is available only when the (N mark) is displayed on the product.
  • Page 240: Send To Computer

    Size]. RAW images are converted to JPEG format when they are sent. If the Image Index is displayed on the product, you cannot transfer images using the NFC function. If you cannot make a connection, perform the following: Launch PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone, and then move the smartphone slowly toward the (N mark) of this product.
  • Page 241 Home. When you save images to the MAC computer using Wi-Fi function, use "Wireless Auto Import." [240] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Transferring images to a TV View on TV You can view images on a network-enabled TV by transferring them from the product without connecting the product and TV with a cable.
  • Page 242: Airplane Mode

    Selects from [All] and [All in Date Rng.]. Interval: Selects from [Short] and [Long]. Effects*: Select from [On] and [Off]. Playback Image Size: Select from [HD] and [4K]. The settings are effective only for BRAVIA TV which is compatible with the functions. Note You can use this function on a TV that supports DLNA renderer.
  • Page 243: Access Point Set

    If your access point has the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button, you can register the access point to this product easily by pushing the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button. 1. MENU → (Wireless) → [WPS Push]. 2. Press the WPS button on the access point you want to register. Note [WPS Push] works only if the security setting of your access point is set to WPA or WPA2 and your access point supports the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
  • Page 244 When the desired access point is displayed on the screen: Select the desired access point. When the desired access point is not displayed on the screen: Select [Manual Setting] and set the access point. For the input method, refer to “How to use the keyboard.” If you select [Manual Setting], input the SSID name of the access point, then select the security system.
  • Page 245 2. Switch character types Each time you press in the center of the control wheel, the character type will switch between alphabet letters, numerals and symbols. 3. Keyboard Each time you press in the center, the characters corresponding to that key will be displayed one-by-one in order.
  • Page 246: Edit Device Name

    If you are entering the IP address manually, enter the set address. Subnet Mask/Default Gateway: When you set [IP Address Setting] to [Manual], enter the IP address to match your network environment. Note To give the registered access point priority, set [Priority Connection] to [On]. [244] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functions...
  • Page 247: Reset Network Set

    [Smart Remote Embedded] with a device that has permission to connect. If you want to change the device that is permitted to connect, reset the connection information. 1. MENU → (Wireless) → [SSID/PW Reset] → [OK]. Note If you connect this product to the smartphone after resetting the connection information, you must register the smartphone again.
  • Page 248: Opening A Service Account

    For details on the recommended computer environments for downloading an application and adding functions to the product, refer to the following URL: “PlayMemories Camera Apps” website (http://www.sony.net/pmca/) [250] How to Use Adding applications to the product Installing the applications Opening a service account You can open a service account, which is required to download applications.
  • Page 249: Downloading Applications Directly To The Product Using The Wi-Fi Function

    [252] How to Use Adding applications to the product Installing the applications Downloading applications directly to the product using the Wi-Fi function You can download applications using the Wi-Fi function without connecting to a computer. Acquire a service account in advance. 1.
  • Page 250: Uninstalling Applications

    1. MENU → (Application) → [Application List] → desired application to launch. Hint How to launch the applications faster Assign [Download Appli.] and [Application List] to the custom key. You can launch the applications or display application list only by pressing the custom key during the shooting information screen is displayed.
  • Page 251: Confirming The Account Information Of Playmemories Camera Apps

    Adding applications to the product Managing the applications Confirming the account information of PlayMemories Camera Apps The account information for the “Sony Entertainment Network” that is registered on the product is displayed. 1. MENU → (Application) → [Application List] → [Application Management] →...
  • Page 252: Installing Playmemories Home

    Using the software Installing PlayMemories Home 1. Using your computer's Internet browser, go to the URL below and download PlayMemories Home by following the on-screen instructions. http://www.sony.net/pm/ An internet connection is required. For detailed instructions, visit the PlayMemories Home support page. http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/ 2.
  • Page 253: Software For Mac Computers

    DirectX may be installed depending on your computer’s system environment. Hint For details on PlayMemories Home, refer to the Help of PlayMemories Home or the PlayMemories Home support page (http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/) (English only). [260] How to Use Using a computer...
  • Page 254: Installing Image Data Converter

    You can rank images in five grades. You can apply color labels. [262] How to Use Using a computer Using the software Installing Image Data Converter 1. Download and install the software by accessing the following URL. Windows: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/ Mac: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ Note Log on as Administrator.
  • Page 255: Accessing Image Data Converter Guide

    [Help] from the menu bar → [Image Data Converter Guide]. Hint For details on operation, you can also refer to the Image Data Converter support page (English only). http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/ [264] How to Use Using a computer Using the software...
  • Page 256: Accessing The Help Of Remote Camera Control

    Download and install the software by accessing the following URL: Windows: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/ Mac: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ [266] How to Use Using a computer Using the software Accessing the Help of Remote Camera Control Windows: [Start] → [All Programs] → [Remote Camera Control] → [Remote Camera Control Help].
  • Page 257: Importing Images To The Computer

    If you connect the product to your computer using the micro USB cable when [USB Power Supply] is set to [On], power is supplied from your computer. (Default setting: [On]) [268] How to Use Using a computer Connecting this product and a computer Importing images to the computer PlayMemories Home allows you to easily import images.
  • Page 258: Disconnecting The Product From The Computer

    Do not edit or otherwise process AVCHD movie files/folders from the connected computer. Movie files may be damaged or become unplayable. Do not delete or copy AVCHD movies on the memory card from the computer. Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from such operations via the computer.
  • Page 259 (HD) disc. A Blu-ray Disc enables you to record longer-duration high-definition image quality (HD) movies than DVD discs. Writable movie formats: XAVC S, AVCHD, MP4 (AVC) Players: Blu-ray Disc playback devices (Sony Blu-ray Disc players, PlayStation 3, etc.) High-definition image quality (HD) (AVCHD recording disc) High-definition image quality (HD) movies can be recorded on DVD media such as DVD-R discs, creating a high-definition image quality (HD) disc.
  • Page 260: Creating Blu-Ray Discs From High-Definition Image Quality Movies

    You can create Blu-ray Discs that can be played back on Blu-ray Disc playback devices (such as Sony Blu-ray Disc players or the PlayStation 3, etc.). A. How to create using a computer With a Windows computer, you can copy movies imported to the computer and create Blu-ray Discs using PlayMemories Home.
  • Page 261: Creating Dvd Discs (Avchd Recording Discs) From High- Definition Image Quality Movies

    Creating DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) from high- definition image quality movies You can create DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) that can be played back on AVCHD-compatible playback devices (such as Sony Blu-ray Disc players or the PlayStation 3, etc.). A. How to create using a computer With a Windows computer, you can copy movies imported to the computer and create DVD discs (AVCHD recording discs) using PlayMemories Home.
  • Page 262: Creating Dvd Discs From Standard Image Quality Movies

    record movies with the original image quality, use a Blu-ray Disc. [273] How to Use Using a computer Creating a movie disc Creating DVD discs from standard image quality movies You can create DVD discs that can be played back on ordinary DVD playback devices (DVD players, computers that can play back DVD discs, etc.).
  • Page 263: On Operating Temperatures

    Creating an image database file If you insert a memory card that does not contain an image database file into the product and turn on the power, the product automatically creates an image database file using some of the memory card’s capacity. The process may take a long time and you cannot operate the product until the process is completed.
  • Page 264: On Image Data Compatibility

    If moisture condensation occurs, turn off the product and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate. Note that if you attempt to shoot with moisture remaining inside the lens, you will be unable to record clear images. On the functions available with the product This camera is compatible with 1080 60p or 1080 50p-format movies.
  • Page 265: Shooting With The Viewfinder

    On the monitor, viewfinder, and lens The monitor and viewfinder are manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.99 % of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue or green in color) that consistently appear on the monitor and the viewfinder.
  • Page 266: On The Internal Rechargeable Battery

    Notes on the flash Do not cover the flash with your fingers. Do not carry the product by the flash unit, or use excessive strength on it. If water, dust or sand get into the open flash unit, it may cause a malfunction. When pushing down the flash unit, be careful not to catch your fingers.
  • Page 267: Charging Time (Full Charge)

    Charging the battery pack Charge the battery pack (supplied) before using the product for the first time. The charged battery pack will discharge little by little even if you do not use it. Charge the battery pack each time before you use the product so that you do not miss any opportunities to shoot images.
  • Page 268: Remaining Battery Indicator

    very bright. We recommend preparing spare battery packs and taking trial shots before taking the actual shots. Do not expose the battery pack to water. The battery pack is not water- resistant. Do not leave the battery pack in extremely hot places, such as in a car or under direct sunlight.
  • Page 269: Charging The Battery Pack

    The supplied AC Adaptor is dedicated to this product. Do not connect with other electronic devices. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Make sure to use a genuine Sony AC Adaptor. If the product's charge lamp flashes while charging, remove the battery pack being charged, and then insert the same battery pack firmly back into the product.
  • Page 270 If you repeatedly shoot and delete images for a long time, fragmentation of data in a file in the memory card may occur, and movie recording may be interrupted in the middle of shooting. If this happens, save your images to a computer or other storage location, then execute [Format].
  • Page 271 When inserting a memory card into a memory card adaptor, be sure that the memory card is inserted in the correct direction and then insert it as far as it will go. If the card is not inserted properly, it may result in a malfunction. [279] How to Use Precautions/This product Cleaning this product...
  • Page 272: Number Of Still Images

    If oil from your hand or hand cream, etc., remain on the monitor, the original coating may become easily removable. Wipe oil or hand cream off as soon as possible. If you wipe the monitor firmly using tissue paper, etc., the coating may be scratched.
  • Page 273: Recordable Time Of Movies

    64 GB: 1900 images 8 GB: 355 images 16 GB: 710 images 32 GB: 1400 images 64 GB: 2850 images When the [ Aspect Ratio] is set to other than [3:2], you can record more pictures than shown above. (Except when [ Quality] is set to [RAW].) Note Even if the number of remaining shootable images is greater than 9,999, the...
  • Page 274 8 GB: 15 m 16 GB: 30 m 32 GB: 1 h 64 GB: 2 h 5 m 24p 100M* 8 GB: 9 m 16 GB: 15 m 32 GB: 35 m 64 GB: 1 h 15 m 24p 60M* 8 GB: 15 m 16 GB: 30 m 32 GB: 1 h...
  • Page 275 120p 60M 100p 60M 8 GB: 15 m 16 GB: 30 m 32 GB: 1 h 64 GB: 2 h 5 m File Format]: [AVCHD] 60i 24M(FX) 50i 24M(FX) 8 GB: 40 m 16 GB: 1 h 25 m 32 GB: 3 h 64 GB: 6 h 60i 17M(FH) 50i 17M(FH)
  • Page 276 1920x1080 60p 28M 1920x1080 50p 28M 8 GB: 35 m 16 GB: 1 h 15 m 32 GB: 2 h 35 m 64 GB: 5 h 20 m 1920x1080 30p 16M 1920x1080 25p 16M 8 GB: 1 h 16 GB: 2 h 32 GB: 4 h 10 m 64 GB: 8 h 25 m 1280x720 30p 6M...
  • Page 277 such cases, the camera turns off automatically since higher temperatures affect the quality of the images or affect the internal mechanism of the camera. The duration of time available for movie recording is as follows when the camera starts recording with the camera’s default settings after the power of the camera has been turned off for a while.
  • Page 278: On Tv Color Systems

    malfunction. [283] How to Use Precautions/This product Using this product abroad On TV color systems To view movies shot using this product on a television, the product and television must use the same color television system. Check the TV color system for the country or region where you are using the product.
  • Page 279: Avchd Format

    [285] How to Use Precautions/This product Other information AVCHD format The AVCHD format was developed for high-definition digital video cameras when recording an HD (High-Definition) signal using high-efficiency compression coding technology. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is used to compress video data, and the Dolby Digital or Linear PCM system is used to compress audio data.
  • Page 280 We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code. [287] How to Use Precautions/This product Trademarks Trademarks The following marks are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Corporation. , Cyber-shot, , Memory Stick, , Memory Stick PRO,...
  • Page 281: Troubleshooting

    Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. Microsoft, Windows and DirectX are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Mac is a trademark of Apple Inc.
  • Page 282: You Cannot Insert The Battery Pack Into The Product

    4. Consult your dealer or local authorized service facility. Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/ [289] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power You cannot insert the battery pack into the product.
  • Page 283: The Product Gets Hot

    [292] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power The product gets hot. When the product is used for a long time, the temperature of the product will rise. If the product gets too hot, movie recording may be interrupted or the power may turn off automatically to protect the product.
  • Page 284: The Battery Pack Is Not Charged

    deteriorated. Charging has paused temporarily because the camera is not within the appropriate temperature range. This phenomenon occurs when you charge the battery pack in an extremely hot or cold location. The optimum temperature for charging the battery pack is between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F).
  • Page 285: Recording Takes A Long Time

    The [Self-timer] is activated. Set [Release w/o Card] to [Enable]. However, without a memory card inserted in the camera, images cannot be recorded. [298] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies Recording takes a long time. The noise reduction function is processing an image. This is not a malfunction. You are shooting in RAW mode.
  • Page 286: The Image Is Out Of Focus

    [301] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The image is out of focus. The subject is too close. Shoot from the shortest shooting distance (W side: Approx. 3 cm (0.10 ft), T side: Approx. 72 cm (0.82 ft) (from the lens)). Press the shutter button halfway down, then shoot images.
  • Page 287: Fuzzy White Circular Spots Appear On Images Shot Using The Flash

    [304] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies Fuzzy white circular spots appear on images shot using the flash. Particles (dust, pollen, etc.) in the air reflected the flash light and appeared on the image. This is not a malfunction. [305] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The close-up shooting function (Macro) does not work.
  • Page 288: The Aperture Value And/Or Shutter Speed Flashes

    The area selected using [Area Setting] differs from the actual area. Select the actual area. [308] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The aperture value and/or shutter speed flashes. The subject is too bright or too dark to shoot using the current aperture value and/or shutter speed settings.
  • Page 289: Dots Appear And Remain On The Screen

    Set [Red Eye Reduction] to [On]. Shoot the subject at a distance closer than the flash range using the flash. Light the room and shoot the subject. [312] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies Dots appear and remain on the screen. This is not a malfunction.
  • Page 290 [316] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies No images appear on the monitor. If you shoot images at waist height when [FINDER/MONITOR] has been set to [Auto], the monitor will turn off due to the reaction of the eye sensor. Set [FINDER/MONITOR] to [Monitor(Manual)].
  • Page 291: The Image Is Blurred

    The color tones of the image displayed on the monitor/the viewfinder look unnatural. [Gamma Disp. Assist] has been activated. Set [Gamma Disp. Assist] to [Off]. [Gamma Disp. Assist] is not working properly. The [Picture Profile] settings are cancelled when you select other than [Off] for [Picture Effect], even if [Gamma] is set to [S-Log2].
  • Page 292: Images Cannot Be Played Back

    The flash has been fired in succession in a short period. When the flash has been fired in succession, the recharging process may take longer than usual to avoid overheating of the camera. [323] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The control dial or control wheel does not work. [Dial / Wheel Lock] is on.
  • Page 293: The Date And Time Are Not Displayed

    [326] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Viewing images The date and time are not displayed. The screen display is set to display images only. Press DISP (Display Setting) on the control wheel to display the information. [327] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Viewing images The color tones of the image being played back look unnatural.
  • Page 294: You Cannot Find The Wireless Access Point To Be Connected

    [330] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Viewing images A DPOF mark cannot be put. You cannot place DPOF marks on RAW images. [331] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi You cannot find the wireless access point to be connected. Wireless access points may not be displayed on the product due to signal conditions.
  • Page 295: You Cannot Send Movies To A Smartphone

    [334] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi You cannot send movies to a smartphone. You cannot send XAVC S movies to a smartphone. You cannot send AVCHD movies to a smartphone. Set [ File Format] to [MP4] before recording movies. [335] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi [Smart Remote Embedded] or [Send to Smartphone] is canceled halfway.
  • Page 296: The Computer Does Not Recognize This Product

    as close together as possible. If there is no response, move the smartphone a few millimeters or move the smartphone away from this product, wait more than 10 seconds, and then touch them together again. [Airplane Mode] is set to [On]. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off]. Check whether the NFC function is activated on your smartphone.
  • Page 297: The Image And Sound Are Interrupted By Noise When Viewing A Movie On A Computer

    not be able to import the images to a computer. Shoot using a memory card formatted by this product. [340] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Computers The image and sound are interrupted by noise when viewing a movie on a computer. You are playing back the movie directly from the memory card. Import the movie to your computer using PlayMemories Home and play it back.
  • Page 298: The Color Of The Image Is Strange

    RAW images cannot be printed. To print RAW images, first convert them to JPEG images using Image Data Converter. [344] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Printing The color of the image is strange. When you print the images recorded in Adobe RGB mode using sRGB printers that are not compatible with Adobe RGB (DCF2.0/Exif2.21), the images are printed at a lower saturation.
  • Page 299: The Lens Gets Fogged

    can recognize Exif information. For compatibility with Exif information, consult the manufacturer of the printer or the software. Using PlayMemories Home (Windows version only), you can insert a date even into images that were taken without recording the date. When you print images at a shop, images can be printed with the date if you ask them to do so.
  • Page 300: The Clock Set Screen Appears When You Turn On The Product

    The Clock Set screen appears when you turn on the product. Set the date and time again. The internal rechargeable backup battery has discharged. Insert a charged battery, and set aside for 24 hours or more with the power left off. [351] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Others...
  • Page 301: Self-Diagnosis Display

    The last two digits (indicated by □□) will differ depending on the state of this product. If you cannot solve the problem even after trying the following corrective actions a few times, this product may need repair. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:32:□□...
  • Page 302: Warning Messages

    E:94:□□ There is a malfunction when writing or deleting data. Repair is required. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Be prepared to give all numbers in the error code beginning from the E. [357] Troubleshooting...
  • Page 303 Memory Card Error An incompatible memory card is inserted. Formatting has failed. Format the memory card again. Unable to read memory card. Reinsert memory card. An incompatible memory card is inserted. The memory card is damaged. The terminal section of the memory card is dirty. Memory card locked.
  • Page 304 System Error Camera Error. Turn power off then on. Remove the battery pack, and then re-insert it. If the message appears frequently, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Unable to magnify. Unable to rotate image. Images recorded with other products may not be enlarged or rotated.
  • Page 305: Situations This Product Has Difficulty Handling

    Situations this product has difficulty handling The product cannot take full advantage of some features under certain circumstances. When shooting under the following conditions, either recompose the shot or change the shooting mode, then shoot the images again. Low light conditions Sweep Panorama Lock-on AF High Frame Rate...
  • Page 306 Superior Auto Scenes changing constantly, such as a waterfall Sweep Panorama Superior Auto...

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